Machine Operator

Myers Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MYE) is a leading manufacturer of a wide range of polymer products for industrial, agricultural, automotive, commercial and consumer markets. We are also the largest distributor of tools, equipment and supplies for the tire, wheel, and under- vehicle service industry in the United States. Myers Industries was started in 1933, by Meyer and Louis Myers, as a tire supply storefront in Akron, Ohio. In 1946, the Company began manufacturing plastic and rubber products related to the tire industry for distribution. In 1963, Myers Industries, Inc. was established and grew into a diversified plastics manufacturer and tire repair supply distributor. Since then, Myers Industries has expanded to become a leading polymer manufacturer of material handling containers and distributor of tire repair and retread products for both domestic and international markets. 

 

Great pay! Great benefits! 
 

 

Are you looking to join a fantastic, dynamic manufacturing team? Trilogy Plastics is an industry-leading and world-class rotational molding company with a positive culture based on ethics, safety, excellence, and great relationships.
 

 

We are currently hiring in our molding department. Employees are brought on board at a trainee level and gain experience toward becoming an assistant and then a Machine Operator. 

POSITION SUMMARY

Gains knowledge and experience by assisting in the operation of a rotational molding machine, producing plastic components conforming to customer and company specifications

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Focuses on learning as much as possible about the company's molding processes

Gains understanding of quality and efficiency requirements

Performs all functions under the guidance of the Machine Operator, Team Lead, or Molding Supervisor

Checks mold setup and quality procedures thoroughly to confirm operating parameters; follows all operating procedures, paying attention to details

Ensures use of correct raw materials for production run

Operates scale and weighs raw materials, ensuring that correct amounts are used

Cleans, inspects, and checks accuracy of scales daily

Assists Machine Operators in all aspects of molding process to produce parts within specifications

Removes finished parts from molds, safeguarding the integrity of the completed part

Performs visual inspection of each finished component

Uses scale, go/no go gauges to inspect parts per quality procedures to ensure conformance

Controls scrap and waste to the best of his/her ability

Develops and maintains positive working relationships with coworkers

Upholds processes in line with the company's world class vision and strategic goals

Follows company policies, safety standards, quality standards, and SOPs

Participates in 6S program efforts

Performs additional duties as required

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Competency in basic math including decimals and fractions required

Basic computer skills required

Entry level experience in plastics manufacturing preferred; Knowledge of manufacturing environment/processes

Competency using basic measurement tools such as weight scales and go/no go gauges preferred

Experience with ISO9001:2008 compliance preferred

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Moving mechanical parts

Moderate noise level

Possible exposure to fumes and airborne particles

Warm during summer months

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to work in a fast-paced, constantly-changing work environment

Ability to stand, sit, squat, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, stretch, walk, reach, twist, bend, grasp, use hands and fingers, handle objects or controls

Physically capable of accessing/moving through all areas of the plant; Agility to negotiate around moving machinery and people

Ability to frequently lift up to 25 pounds, occasionally up to 50 pounds, and rarely up to 75 pounds
 Specific vision abilities: close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus